About This Spot
Port Phillip Bay / Altona Coastal Park, Australia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Australia.
Situated in Australia, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With S winds, peaking from January to December, Port Phillip Bay / Altona Coastal Park, Australia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Southerlies in the good season usually come in at a constant 15-20 knots.
When to Go
Here you can have 4 seasons in one day. It is usually around 17°C. Some times you need a wetsuit and sometimes you don't. You can surf on and off season. The good weather is from September to March.
What to Expect
The water is usually great. The tide doesn't really matter although it is a fair walk out if it is low tide. On high tide there is flat water until about 50 metres out and then it turns into chop which is great because you can go charging and launch off the chop. Water is fairly shallow in some spots.
Wind & Conditions
S
Best wind direction
Southerlies in the good season usually come in at a constant 15-20 knots.
Best Months
Water Conditions
The water is usually great. The tide doesn't really matter although it is a fair walk out if it is low tide. On high tide there is flat water until about 50 metres out and then it turns into chop which is great because you can go charging and launch off the chop. Water is fairly shallow in some spots.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Altona is in between Melbourne and Geelong. It is In Port Phillip Bay. From the nearest airport it is usually an hour and a half.
Location
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